Modern Chicken Tractor Familiarization

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 · 10 am–noon 

Suffolk, Virginia

Regenerative agriculture empowers farmers to use principles that improve land health. Come explore and experience the animal-soil-plants-human connection and its profound benefits. Learn about paddock rotation using small fowl and the intensive grazing methods offered by a European-style “egg mobile” chicken tractor. We will also discuss usage, design and layout of solar-powered fencing and how to use it effectively to protect your flock. 

For more information, contact Ben Dukes at 804-731-7916, or email bdukes@vsu.edu.

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.

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